Egypt Launches Nationwide TV Contest to Discover Talented Qaris
IQNA – Egypt has launched the country’s largest televised competition to identify emerging Quran recitation talent.
Iran Interior Minister Lauds Iraqis for Hosting Arbaeen Pilgrims
IQNA – Iran’s Interior Minister Eskanda Momeni appreciated the people and officials of Iraq for hosting the pilgrims visiting the Arab country for Arbaeen.
Iranian Qari Blames Voice Strain for Missing Top Rank at 65th Malaysia Quran Contest
IQNA – Iran’s Mohsen Qassemi said a sudden voice strain caused him to lose critical points and miss a top placing at the 65th International Quran Competition in Malaysia.
More Than 85% of Islamophobia Incidents in Australia Go Unreported: Council
IQNA – The Islamic Council of Victoria (ICV) has warned that over 85% of Islamophobia incidents in Australia are not reported, highlighting a sharp rise in anti-Muslim abuse and growing community concerns.
Quranic Activities
Int’l Quran Contest for Muslim Students Indicates Importance of Quranic Diplomacy: ACECR Chief
IQNA – The head of the Iranian Academic Center for Education, Culture and Research (ACECR) said programs like the International Quran Competition for Muslim Students play a role in educating the young generation and strengthening the cultural diplomacy of the Holy Quran.
16 Aug 2025, 19:04
Political
Israeli Plan to Push Gaza Residents South An Insult to Int’l Law, Institutions: Islamic Jihad
IQNA – Israel pushed ahead with its forced displacement plan in the Gaza Strip, a move drawing global condemnation, with the Palestinian Islamic Jihad resistance movement describing it as a mockery of international law.
17 Aug 2025, 11:01
Religious Activities
Over 21 Million Pilgrims Attend 2025 Arbaeen in Iraq, Authorities Say
IQNA – More than 21 million people took part in this year’s Arbaeen pilgrimage in Iraq, according to figures released by the shrine of Hazrat Abbas (AS).
16 Aug 2025, 08:14
World
One Killed, Another Injured in Shooting outside Sweden Mosque
IQNA – One man was killed and another injured when a shooting happened near a mosque in the city of Orebro in Sweden on Friday amid a growing trend of Islamophobia in the Scandinavian country.
16 Aug 2025, 08:35
